Universe, what’s good?! For tonight’s episode, I’ll be airing my appearance on episode 24 of The Intersection of Cancer and Life, which was a roundtable episode with Emily Garnett, Kelsey Bucci, Tina Conrad, Leanna House, Mimi Hall, Lindsay DeLong, and myself! — For the Season 2 finale, we wanted to switch the conversation up a… Read More
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For the Breast of Us with Jasmine Souers & Marissa Thomas | Episode 050
Universe, what’s good?! Today’s episode features For the Breast of Us, an advocacy organization for women of color! Launched in March 2019 by Jasmine Souers and Marissa Thomas, FTBUS is on a mission to bridge a gap in representation. When Jasmine and Marissa were diagnosed with breast cancer, they hoped to find women who… Read More
Beating Cancer at 29 – Kelsey’s Interview on TAGYST | Episode 047
Universe, what’s good?! For this episode, we are airing Kelsey’s appearance on episode 26 of The Art of Getting Your Sh*t Together with Jena Gribble & Lindsay Danielson. This episode aired in February of 2019.In this episode you hear the story of Kelsey Smith, a vivacious, loving, brave and beautiful woman, who at age… Read More
It’s Just a Hiccup with Tawny Rachelle | Episode 043
Universe, what’s good?! Today, we are featuring one of the biggest fans of The CanSurvivor Network: Ms. Tawny Rachelle! Tawny is a stage two breast cancer survivor, and her story epitomizes divine timing. While her doctors were unable to find any indications of breast cancer after her yearly woman’s exam (and gave her an “all… Read More
Life Interrupted with Paula Mozen | Episode 042
Universe, what’s good?! We are continuing Mastectomy May with the marvelous Paula Mozen, a breast cancer survivor and filmmaker of Life Interrupted. This is Paula’s passion project that shows the reality of a breast cancer diagnosis from three perspectives. Surprisingly, Paula started this project with the goal of chronicling two stories. Tune in as we… Read More
Pink Ink Tattoo with Tara Dunsmore-Williamson | Episode 041
Universe, what’s good?! We are kicking off Mastectomy May with the marvelous Tara Dunsmore-Williamson, a breast cancer survivor and owner of Pink Ink Tattoo out of Raleigh, North Carolina. Tara is certified in 3D nipple tattooing and scar camouflage. As a nurse, she was seemingly prepared for what breast cancer would bring. She had taken… Read More
Collateral Damage with Tina Conrad | Episode 036
Universe, what’s good?! Today’s guest is “DJ Breast Cancer,” Tina Conrad! A fellow podcaster, Tina delves into her motivation for starting a breast cancer podcast. A stage three survivor, Tina was acquainted with the beast through her mother’s diagnosis. While they did not test positive for the BRCA mutation, they have both become advocates for… Read More
Dating After a Mastectomy with Kristen Carbone | Episode 034
Universe, what’s good?! Today’s guest is Kristen Carbone of Brilliantly, an organization dedicated to post-mastectomy care. Thanks to everyone who made the Fearless in Fuchsia Luncheon in Toledo a success! It was such an honor to represent Salvatore Capelli and Sofi Stella as a survivor model. When the numbers come in, we will let you… Read More
The Art of Getting Your Shit Together | Episode 026
At age 29, Kelsey had a blossoming career, solid friendships, and a handle on her mental health. She thought she was on her way to living a happy, fulfilling life. While in Phoenix, she climbed up the corporate ladder, working side jobs and obtaining a Master of Business Administration degree. Eight days after landing her… Read More
Four Years After the Diagnosis: A Reflection | Episode 028/029
Universe, what’s good?! Today’s episode took two attempts to record, as I just hit my fourth Cancerversary. Why did I fail the first time? Well, you’ll have to check out the footage! While I hoped to release this episode on 11/11, I re-recorded on 11/18. Thank you for your patience and understanding listener, as November… Read More